Best time to visit Paris?

We are thinking of a trip to Paris this year, possibly a Paris and Nice combo. Is there a best time to visit based on weather conditions and how does the Aug vacation period effect tourist locations?
Any recommendation on Hotels right in Paris?
thanks,

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The important thing to know is that August is a very busy month for holidays in France. Every french family goes on holidays, mostly to the south. Paris will be better to visit, but Nice might be a bit crowded.

The best time to visit Paris is every month of the year! I reckon every season has its own unique value and special charms to reveal. August is a great time to visit. Its warm, there is low traffic volume, and plenty of festivals and events happening. For a hotel recommendation, how about the Hotel Raphael, a really unique boutique hotel that has hosted presidents and rock stars. It is really old world charming, lovely place and great location. Check out the Word Travels page on climate in Paris .

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- During Christmas the Eiffel Tower has special lights set up and it's wonderful. There are candles and light everywhere on the Champs Elysees, it's very romantic though ;-). It's a very special atmosphere.
- During Summer Parisians and most French are on holidays so there are less people in the city. It makes things a bit easier and comfortable, you d'ont have to queue at every shop's doors!!!
- During Spring and winter prices are slightly lower. The cheapest option is to rent an apartment or a studio if you are travelin with friends. I discovered L&V Holiday Rental last year and they have good deals in Paris.

I was in Paris in December 2012 and spend whole month there. I think the best time to visit Paris is December and January. Though climate of Paris remains good in all seasons, but I prefer winters for traveling purpose. Paris is a very beautiful city. I had rented an apartment for a month through Paris vacation rental.

Many Parisians leave Paris in August and head for the coast, the weather in Paris can be a bit muggy then but it will be less frenetic. I think the best months are either side of summer April, May, June, September and October. The days are a lot shorter in winter, which doesnt encourage sightseeing. See ClimateandWeather.com for detailed month-by-month advice on the best time to visit the city.

December and january could be cold rarely cold to much.June is a very good month to visit Paris.October is very romantic in Paris.the site below gives information about climate and weather in Paris. It gives also good tips ;-)http://still-in-paris.com/weather-in-paris

I lived in Paris 6months last year and I think that it was beautiful in January as it was in June..BUT it's usually very very VERY cold place! so I suggest to you to go around July and August or September.thare are so many thing to do, places to visit that it's better to go when it's not too much cold and believe me..weather there can be very cold.

If you're set to visit Paris for the first time, you may be persuaded that the much-lauded "Paris in the springtime" is the obvious choice-- but depending on your budget, tolerance for large crowds, and centers of interest, another time of year may likely suit you better.

According tomy point of view June to August is a best time to visit this region. Christmasis also a best time to visit because it is a magical time to visit. Weather isalso very great during Christmas.

Paris is best in the Spring , late April, early May. The weather is usually temporate, all the gardens are in bloom and the country side looks fabulous! Another consideration is the strength of the dollar vs. the Euro. which , at the moment, isn't so hot. The last couple of summers in Europe and France in particular have been very hot. That is according to my wife's cousin who has spent the last two summers there. So August is iffy.

Maybe avoid Paris during the winter. Rainy days can put a damper on your trip (or add romance, depends on your preference). Also the height of tourism which is usually summer time means prices are definitely going to go up. Use shopnfly if youre going to purchase things on your trip as a way to help you stick to your budget (did wonders for my Euro-Trip). Hope all goes well and good luck

Spring is the best season for the first timers to visit Paris, who can enjoy the sight of lush horse chestnut trees and the beautiful flowers in many park around the city. One may also want to have fun playing tennis at the French open.